The Purchasing Department is a member of the Administrative Services Team of Smith
County. The County’s Purchasing Office exists to provide the best service possible
to all County Departments in a fair and equitable manner and to protect the interests
of the Smith County Taxpayers in all expenditures. Included in this responsibility
is assuring fair and equitable treatment to all vendors without regard to political
pressure or discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin,
handicap, or sex.

Professional Affiliations

In an effort to provide the best possible procurement services for the citizens
of Smith County, Texas, an exchange of ideas and techniques related to purchasing,
administration, and best practices is essential. Therefore, Smith County holds certifications
and membership with the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP), and
the Texas Public Purchasing Association, (TxPPA).

Vendor Process and Contact Information

In an effort to provide a fair place for all vendors to do business and to protect
our elected officials, Smith County has a no contact clause . It
is Smith County’s policy that all vendors interested in doing business with the
county must first register with the Smith County Purchasing Director
or designee prior to contacting/meeting with any elected official, department head
or employee of Smith County. Vendor Registration can be done through utilization
of the
county’s website
and/or contacting the Smith County Purchasing Department directly.

If you have an item or product to sell, call for an appointment or come by the Purchasing
Department. Office hours for salesmen wanting to see the Purchasing Director or
Staff are by appointment or time available 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This office is
closed on weekends and legal holidays.

Smith County Purchasing Department exists to provide the best service possible to
all County Departments in a fair and equitable manner and to protect the interests
of the Smith County Taxpayers in all expenditures.